Mountain bikes are never in a new condition for long if ridden regularly. You are going to crash it sooner or later and you need to check for damage regularly.

Mountain bikes are never in a new condition for long if ridden regularly. You are going to crash it sooner or later and you need to check for damage regularly. A lot of the parts will need overhauling or replacing within 6 months. A well maintained 2 year old bike can be in better condition than a badly maintained 6 moth old one.